Archives: Illness & Disease

Does your cat meow back when you talk to her? Our feline friends can be quite communicative, even if they don’t speak our language. Fluffy can express herself pretty clearly when she is hungry, or wants to be picked up, petted, or put down! However, cats aren’t always that forthcoming, especially when they’re sick. In fact, it can be very easy to miss signs of illness in kitties! Read on as a local Lafayette, LA … Read More »

Is your cat getting a bit heavier lately? Does your kitty make a loud thud when she jumps off the couch? If so, Fluffy may be, well, not just fluffy. Obesity is very common in our feline pals. While we can’t honestly deny that pudgy pets are adorable, that extra weight is very, very bad for your kitty’s health. Read on as a local Lafayette, LA vet discusses obesity in cats. Signs of Obesity Sometimes, … Read More »

As we all know, cats are full of adorable quirks. Their playful antics, cute meows, and loving snuggles are just a few of the things that make them such wonderful pets. Not all of Fluffy’s characteristics are quite that charming, however. In fact, one particular one can be quite dangerous! Kitties have a natural tendency to try to mask signs of illness. Your pet may not let on that anything is wrong until she’s quite … Read More »